Chemistry · Xenon Compounds & Geometry
Consider the following statements regarding XeF2, XeF4, and XeF6: (i) XeF2 is linear with 3 lone pairs on Xe. (ii) XeF4 is square planar with 2 lone pairs on Xe. (iii) XeF6 is octahedral with no lone pair on Xe. (iv) XeF6 has a distorted octahedral geometry due to a stereochemically active lone pair. Which of the above statements are CORRECT?
- 1(i) and (ii) only
- 2(i), (ii), and (iii)
- 3(i), (ii), and (iv)✓
- 4(ii) and (iv) only
Correct answer
(i), (ii), and (iv)
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